Thursday, July 29, 2010

I bought these little gems from our local farmers' market in downtown Ft. Smith, Arkansas. I quickly arranged them for a painting and this was the result. These little Pattypan squash come in many variaties and are also called Granny squash and Scallop squash, along with many other names. They also vary in color. The ones I purchased were a deep gold color and I knew they would look good with the dark eggplant's purple tones.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

We are in the midst of tomato season and this is a previous painting of mine of tomatoes in a bowl that I wanted to revisit and ponder upon things I liked about it and things I'd like to change. Well . . . . . I still like it, but I see some improvement possibilites. I did really like the glassy look of the bottom of the bowl behind the tomatoes.If you'd like to commission a painting please contact me.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

I caught this pelican enjoying a float along a waterway when I visited the zoo at Brownsville, Texas. The float and pelican seemed to flow together as a unit and I planned to paint the scene someday. And I did so recently. I love to paint birds and water!

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Sunday, July 18, 2010

This 10 x 8 commissioned portrait of a Shetland pony sold for $125. Please ask me about a similar painting if your are interested. I think the longish hair on her neck and chin add to her charm. And also the hair on her stout little ears. I've painted Welsh ponies too, and I believe they are usually slightly larger than the Shetlands. If anyone knows more information of interest about these two breeds please share it with us! I adore ponies of all sizes. I feel most comfortable around those who don't kick . . . . . or nip . . . . . !If you'd like a commissioned painting contact me. Thanks for stopping by!

Friday, July 16, 2010

For those of you who like fresh, homemade salsa, you'll recognize the main ingredients needed to make it. I painted my subjects - tomato, garlic and jalepeno pepper - near a brightly lit window so that they glowed from the sun. Their colors reflect on each other and onto the small plate. This says "summer" to me and I like the excitement of the broken color!

Sunday, July 11, 2010

My second in a series of avocado paintings has two halves standing. One with pit in center and one with scooped-out pit center. These color mixtures are delicious - especially the delicate tones of the "fleshy" part of the avocado fruit. Yes, avocados are fruits, and they're actually berries, technically. Just think of it this way - does it ripen after being picked? If yes, it's a fruit. Maybe more information than you wanted to know . . . . . !If you'd like to commission a painting please contact me.

Saturday, July 10, 2010

I put some finishing touches on this portrait sketch of a young blonde girl with an almost pouty expression that I've had in my studio for a while. I liked her unkept appearance and the loose feel of the painting. In truth, I didn't want to overdue it and add unneeded details that would subtract from the painting in the end. This kind of portrait work is rewarding to me as an artist.The 14 x 11 painting has staple-free edges that are painted so that it can be hung unframed if desired.

Thursday, July 08, 2010

I've been doing a series of small avocado paintings thanks to a commission from one of my wonderful collectors for a painting of an avocado. I loved working with the color mixtures and decided to keep doing them till I lose interest, or get too busy with something else.If you'd like to commission a painting please contact me.

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

This painting is a handsome and spirited Arabian stallion showing off his energy. I loved painting his red shades against the darker background. Movement and musculature made it an interesting painting for me.

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Monday, July 05, 2010

Studio sale! A cute Beagle pooch on staple-free edged canvas, ready to hang unframed if desired. I hope everyone had a great weekend! I spent a fun day playing with brushes and tubes of paint, worked in my garden, and then enjoyed colorful fireworks after dark. A terrific way to celebrate the Fourth of July!

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Thursday, July 01, 2010

I met this old-timer at a horse ranch in my area of Arkansas/Oklahoma. Clyde is thirty-five years old and still has spunk and personality. I'm sure he has securely made his way along many, many miles up and down mountain trails in his lifetime. The fourth largest peak in Oklahoma, Sugar Loaf Mountain, is in the background.If you'd like a commissioned painting contact me. Thanks for stopping by!

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I'm a life-long artist and I love to paint animals, nature and the close-up intimacy of still lifes. I've always felt the urge to create. Joining the Daily Painter's group in 2006 has helped me to work consistently on creating art in smaller formats along with my larger paintings. I continue to be challenged to search for what inspires me personally. Thank-you for visiting and I'd like to hear from you! I also paint commissioned pet and animal portraits. For more information send me an e-mail.

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A great way to display petite paintings is in a small display easel. Below is a photo of my painting, "Black-Capped Chick-a-Dee", in a small easel on a table in my entry room. Or if you prefer, you can frame it and hang it on your wall.